What is Robotic Spine Surgery?
In neurosurgery, robotic technology is primarily used for spine surgery. Per Dr. Fernando Diaz, the concept is similar to GPS technology in your car, where precision comes from … Read More
Spine Surgery
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF): Everything you Need to Know
Summary Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery is a surgical procedure to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots in the neck by removing a damaged … Read More
Kyphoplasty: Everything you need to know
What is a kyphoplasty? Kyphoplasty is a medical procedure used to treat vertebral compression fractures (VCFs) in the spine. It is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves the … Read More
Robotic and navigated surgeries are safer and more accurate than traditional, according to a recent systematic review and meta-analysis
The use of navigation systems and robots in spine surgery has grown in popularity over recent years as advances in technology have raised hopes that these systems can … Read More
Spinal Fusion Surgery
Spinal fusion surgery is a procedure that involves joining two or more vertebrae together in the spine. This is typically done to alleviate pain caused by conditions such … Read More
Discectomy
A discectomy is a surgical procedure in which a portion of a damaged or herniated intervertebral disc is removed to relieve pressure on the spinal cord or nerve … Read More
Spine Surgery: An Overview
Spine surgery may be considered for certain disorders of the spine that lead to nerve compression or spinal instability. It can involve procedures such as decompression surgery, spinal … Read More